Job Description<\/p>\n
\tDo you have exceptional communication skills? Are you skilled at dealing with customers and clients telephonically? Are you confident meeting call targets and working in a pressurised, high-performance team?
\n\tOur selection team is looking for a seasoned and experienced client services specialist with either sales or recruitment and selection experience to join the team as an entrepreneurial scout. This role is unlike any other. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve contacting entrepreneurs in their businesses and determining whether they are suitable and eligible to qualify for a corporate-sponsored incubation programme.
\n\tWhile you will receive entrepreneur leads to contact, we expect you to think creatively and headhunt ideal entrepreneurial companies that align with programme deliverables – your creative and innovative ways to find the right entrepreneur to the target deadline is key.
\n\tYou must enjoy working with people, have a passion for entrepreneurship, and be driven to align individuals with programmes that support their growth and development. Strong administrative skills are essential, as you will guide entrepreneurs through the full selection process.
\n\tThis is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly dynamic and innovative environment.<\/p>\n
What does this role involve?<\/p>\n
\tThe entrepreneurial scout is responsible for identifying entrepreneurs who are a strong fit for our programmes.
\n\tYou will manage a detailed eight-step selection process from start to finish for all qualifying and interested entrepreneurs. The role is telephone-intensive, with most initial contact taking place over the phone with business owners.
\n\tA significant part of the role involves building rapport, helping entrepreneurs understand programme requirements, matching them to suitable programmes, and supporting them through each stage of the selection process. The role is similar in nature to a recruitment process. You must be able to demonstrate the value of the programme and clearly communicate what is required from the entrepreneur.
\n\tStrong business acumen and experience in a high-volume contact centre environment will be advantageous.<\/p>\n
Preferred experience<\/p>\n
\tAt least 5 years\u2019 experience in sales, recruitment, or call centre environments
\n\tProven experience servicing clients telephonically and managing high daily call volumes
\n\tAbility to influence and engage clients over the phone (this is not a hard sales environment, but strong listening skills are essential)
\n\tExperience working in a high-performance, high-volume environment
\n\tCreative thinking in headhunting and lead generation
\n\tAbility to thrive under strict deadlines and targets<\/p>\n
Personality fit<\/p>\n
\tThe ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is a proactive team player. You should be resilient, target-driven, and able to perform under pressure. At the same time, you must genuinely enjoy working with people and contributing to their growth and development.<\/p>\n
Minimum requirements<\/p>\n
\tMinimum national diploma or degree qualification
\n\tStrong verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with entrepreneurs, clients, and team members
\n\tPrevious entrepreneurial experience is advantageous
\n\tIntermediate to advanced microsoft office skills (word, excel, powerpoint, outlook)
\n\tProven success in a high-volume sales and\/or recruitment role
\n\tExperience with various interviewing techniques
\n\tHeadhunting and cold calling experience is non-negotiable
\n\tValid driver\u2019s licence and own vehicle<\/p>\n
Behavioural competencies<\/p>\n
\tProactive and solution-oriented
\n\tExceptional communicator with a genuine passion for people
\n\tMeticulous attention to detail
\n\tStrong sense of ownership and accountability
\n\tProactive team player
\n\tAbility to manage pressure effectively
\n\tEmotionally mature and receptive to constructive feedback, with the ability to implement improvements<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.raizcorp.com\/ ) or<\/p>\n
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